Private wine tasting at an old family-run winery in the Frascati area

Experience the essence of Italy as you soak up the rich history and enjoy a wine tasting in the hills of the famed Castelli Romani. On this tour from Rome, you will visit one of the oldest and most beautiful vineyards in the Frascati region.With 200 acres of vines surrounding 17th-century architecture and caverns lined with french oak barrels, the winery is a treasure to behold. Your guide will reveal the secrets of traditional winemaking used here and explain how Imperial Rome became the cradle of wine culture. You will also learn why the Nectar of the Gods went from being a status symbol of the elite to a pleasure enjoyed by all.After taking in the beauty of the vineyard and learning about the history of the area, you will take part in a guided tasting of specially selected wines, complemented with freshly pressed olive oil and fresh oven-baked bread. At the end of the day, you will be able to head back to Rome full of the sights and tastes of the Italian countryside.